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YK12 MYG

2012 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

80,913 mi
Last recorded80,913 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 12068,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK12 MYG
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 80,913 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 79,897 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn very close to limit (just passed) (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Nov 2024 79,897 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested unable to test brake due to very poor tyre condition on the front (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn very close to limit (just passed) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Dec 2023 76,207 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear brake pads worn low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn very close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on inner edges very close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Dec 2023 76,207 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear brake pads worn low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn very close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on inner edges very close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 73,569 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 Dec 2022 73,569 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 67,639 miles

brake imbalance handbrake

Pass 3 Dec 2020 61,096 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2020 61,096 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 May 2019 50,985 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2019 50,049 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Jan 2018 44,015 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre deteriorating and worn on edges

Offside Front Tyre deteriorating and worn on edges

Pass 7 Dec 2016 37,552 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 32,750 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 25,662 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 120?

Based on 872,714 MOT tests across 63,112 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
6,996
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
63,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,169
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8,562
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,681
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,273
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 5,042
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YK12 MYG is a 2012 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 68,870 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 120 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,169 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YK12 MYG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 120 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 120 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YK12 MYG registered?

YK12 MYG is a 2012 BMW 120, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is YK12 MYG safe to buy?

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